ABOUT FLASHBACK WEEKEND
Flashback Weekend Chicago Horror Convention is Chicago’s largest and longest-running Horror Convention known for our major celebrity guests, innovative programming, and spectacular evening events. Not only is Flashback Weekend the largest and the longest running Horror Convention in Chicago, we are the longest running Horror Convention of our type in the country!
Flashback Weekend is held annually at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago in Rosemont, IL, moments from O'Hare International Airport and just north of Chicago.
Flashback History
In 2002, Mia and Mike Kerz, and Dino Vlahakis of the Pickwick Theatre created Flashback Weekend to be the type of convention we would want to attend - a “Convention by Day – Horror Film Fest by Night”. By day, a horror convention featuring the biggest celebrity guests, autograph signings, a massive horror memorabilia room, our costume contest sponsored by Chad Savage and Sinister Visions and hosted by Chicago Horror Host legend Svengoolie, and panel discussions with celebrity guests. Evening events include “big screen” horror film showings introduced by celebrity guests, exclusive VIP parties allowing fans to meet and mingle with celebrity guests, live Horror Theater, haunted house tours, and more!
Flashback Weekend and Sinister Visions
In 2005, Flashback Weekend’s Mia and Mike Kerz joined forces with renowned Horror Artist Chad Savage of Sinister Visions. Chad is not only Flashback’s graphic artist, but is also our web designer, internet marketing director, and a key collaborative partner. Sinister Visions also sponsors and produces the Flashback Weekend Costume Contest hosted by Svengoolie. Visit Sinister Visions' website at www.sinistervisions.com.
Flashback Weekend and the Zombie Army
Another key collaborative partner of Flashback Weekend is John LaFlamboy and the Zombie Army. Zombie Army Productions is a consortium of businesses that brings the highest production quality to the darkest events. From haunted houses to feature films, Zombie Army is a key force in the Haunted Attraction industry. John LaFlamboy and the Zombie Army are also the creators of HellsGate Haunted House in Lockport, Illinois, which is ranked among the top and scariest haunted attractions in the United States!
The Chicago Horror Community is United and Grows at Flashback Weekend
Flashback Weekend provided a place and time for the Chicago horror community to unite and grow. Now, fans plan their yearly vacations around Flashback Weekend and many travel from across the globe to attend. Fans have established friendships at Flashback and met their significant others – now, there are…Flashback babies!
Flashback Weekend – 25 years and Beyond!
Flashback Weekend Chicago Horror Convention celebrates our 25th Anniversary in 2027. 25 years later, Flashback Weekend continues to thrive and produce innovative and ground-breaking events on a grand scale.
We truly appreciate all of those people who have supported Flashback Weekend throughout the years – we couldn’t have done this without you!
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